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Our Team

Ramanuj Shastry - Co-Founder, Director

Former Chief Creative Officer at Saatchi & Saatchi, Rediffusion Y&R and Publicis Ambience, Ramanuj has served on the film jury at Cannes. His diverse field of work has won him several Indian and international awards. Some of his famous campaigns include 'Thanda Matlab Coca-Cola', Saffola - 'Kal Se' and OLX - 'Bech De'. An ardent Chelsea supporter, he loves playing FIFA and is always trying his hand at new things.

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Nisha Singhania - Co-Founder, Director

Recognised among the Women Leaders in Indian Advertising, Nisha formerly headed the Mumbai offices of Rediffusion Y&R, and Saatchi & Saatchi, prior to which she was a strategic planner. Some of the clients she has worked with include P&G, Unilever, Tata Group and Skoda. She is fascinated by product design and loves cooking up a storm in the kitchen.

 

Sid Singh, Chief Operating Officer

Having spent over 26 years in advertising, Sid has played an instrumental role in the growth journeys of major brands like Emami, TVS, Western Union, Godrej SaraLee, Marico and Kaya, to name a few. He has previously worked at multinational agencies like Leo Burnett, Ambience Publicis, Rediffusion, as well as boutique agencies like Salt Brand Solutions, Famous Innovations and Hyphen. Loved by clients and creatives alike, he brings with him a deep understanding of business and the Indian market, and has a knack for selling great ideas without creasing his brow.

Shabbir Motiwala, Chief Content Officer

Shabbir started his career in advertising as an Assistant Director at UTV, back in 1993. He went on to manage production at Ambience Advertising, after which he became a director and directed more than 50 commercials and then took over as Head of Production at BBH India. Shabbir has worked with reputed brands such as Honda, Coca Cola, Panasonic, Nissan, Toyota, Unilever, P&G, Reckitt, ICICI, Colgate Palmolive, Google, Castrol, and many others. He has earned multiple awards at Cannes Lions, The White Pencil at the DnAD as a producer.

 
 

Viraj Chorghe, Head of Production

Viraj loves working behind the camera, whether it's clicking pictures of breathtaking views or editing videos to perfection. He is an enthusiastic traveler and explorer, and believes in living life to the fullest.

Blaise Vaz, Business Head

Blaise Vaz is an accomplished Brand Manager with 8 years of experience at Thomas Cook and a strong background with top advertising agencies. He has worked on impactful campaigns for prestigious brands. He is a dedicated football enthusiast and a PlayStation aficionado. Known for his warm demeanor, He is not only a professional powerhouse but also a true people person, embodying passion, professionalism, and a proven track record.

Subodh Chaubey, Creative Director

Subodh loves telling stories, and writes poetry because he has too many to tell. Besides writing copy, he moonlights as a weekend photographer, amateur doodler and a traveling daydreamer.

 

Rupesh Doiphode, Creative Director

Rupesh is a top-notch illustrator and graphic designer, Rupesh invests the little free time he gets in photography, his second passion.

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Ryan Parker, Creative Director

Ryan believes that every experience is equal parts a lesson and an opportunity to become better, which is why he's constantly trying to hone his craft. He is also a lover of fictional stories, an anime enthusiast and an avid gamer.

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Vidya Sridhar, Finance Head

Vidya is an ace at the numbers game. From billing clients, to timely paychecks for employees, Vidya is always ahead of the deadline.

Darryl Gomes, Sr. Motion Graphic Designer

Darryl is a brilliant video editor. He brings to the table, the inimitable mix of quality and speed. When he’s not chopping footage, he’s most likely cheering for his favourite football team.

Mahesh Tanawde, Accounts Executive

Mahesh has over eight years of experience as a personable and trustworthy Finance and Accounting professional in the hospitality service, facility management, and advertising industries. He excels in ensuring finance processes are adhered to and punctual. Mahesh is passionate about achieving his goals and making a significant impact in his field. He also has a love for travel and cricket.

Prem Gohil, Front-End Developer

Prem is a skilled front-end developer with over 6 years of experience, including 2 years dedicated to front-end development. He excels in crafting responsive web interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ReactJS, as well as designing visually appealing, deliverability-focused email templates. His passion for design and technology drives him to deliver exceptional user experiences across web and email platforms.

 

Biju Dasan, Studio Partner

Biju enjoys immersing himself in science. He is a freethinker who has an unparalleled respect for the constitution. Outside work, Biju immerses himself in music and travel.

Yogesh More, Creative Director

Yogesh shows that hard work, quality and breakneck speed can all come in one package. He’s saved the day on many occasions and managed to look cool doing it.

Varun Lalka, Sr. Editor and Animator

Varun believes in the compelling power of videos to narrate stories. A lover of cinema and a complete filmmaking geek, Varun subscribes to the taste of minimalism. On weekends, you can find him gaming or trying his hand at writing.

 

Ashok Chatla, Sr. Motion Graphic Designer

With over 6 years of experience in 2D animation, and a formidable knowledge of VFX and graphics, Ashok lets his imagination lose in the videos he makes.

Ashish Kumbhar, Studio Partner

Ashish has a decade of experience in design and print. He has notably contributed to the &TV brand at Infectious, consistently striving to excel in his work and committed to maintaining this standard.

Yatin Mhatre, IT Manager

Yatin has over Seven years of experience in the IT sector. He is dedicated to achieving success and making a significant impact in the field.

 

Jennifer Sequeira, Head HR & Admin

With a career spanning more than 20 years as an HR Generalist, Jennifer has successfully managed end-to-end agency HR operations, demonstrating proficiency in areas such as onboarding, performance management, and managing compensation, as well as organization structure, compliance, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

Atharva Salvi, Creative Associate

Atharva is a young art associate whose illustrations are inspired by the realities of life. Outside of work, she enjoys hitting the dance floor, binging on her favourite shows and walking through the serene lanes of the best art galleries.

Datta Kambli, Head of Studio

Datta has spent over two decades in advertising, working as a Photoshop retoucher and graphic designer. His speciality lies in the beauty category, with a flair for correcting fashion shots. As a result, he has worked on some of the biggest names in fashion - Vogue and GQ Magazines, among others. When he's not working, you can find him at the carrom board, or making big moves in chess.

 

Anarghya Poojary, Creative Associate

The mother of a four legged cutie 'Simba', Anarghya is a sunflower in human form. Her aesthetic is partly inspired by Taylor Swift and Kpop. Often lost in books from different countries, crime documentaries, and foreign language films, her ultimate dream is to write and direct a psychological thriller.

Jyoti Nair, Brand Partner

With 5+ years of customer handling expertise and having previously worked with Eureka Forbes - Aquaguard, Forbes, TATA Motors - TATA Genuine Parts, TATA Durafit, Wahl India, and more. She is a firm believer in 'Knowledge is power.' and is always eager to learn something new. Jyoti enjoys watching anime, reading manga, and playing asymmetrical multiplayer and RPG games.

Jayalaxmi Ravi, Brand Associate

Jayalaxmi Ravi brings over three years of expertise in Project and Product Management, covering all phases from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and closure. In her leisure time, she enjoys watching anime and delving into the world of manga and comic books.

 

Chandni Upadhay, Brand Partner

"Drawing on more than 5 years of dedicated experience in advertising, I've had the privilege of working with renowned brands such as Hafele India, Nilkamal, Fashion Factory, Sun Pharma, Benzer World, and more. My journey has been marked by the successful execution of diverse campaigns and strategies, contributing to the growth and visibility of these esteemed brands.

Raj Kolambkar, Jr. Motion Graphic Designer

I have six months of experience in an advertising agency, working on campaigns for notable brands like Jack and Jones Junior, Fitflop India, Fila India, Biofoot, SRT10, and Indifusion. This role has allowed me to develop a strong foundation in creative development.,

Dhruvi Shah, Creative Associate

Dhruvi loves to do different mediums of creative artwork and is always ready to try something new and learn through the journey. She loves painting and enjoying each moment by capturing and spreading all the happiness around her.

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